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The New American Dream [Infographic]

BY CJ HIMBERG & MARY GAMENG // INFOGRAPHIC BY JULIE SHULMAN

Did you know that 70% of Millennials (people born between 1980 and 2004) believe that their dream is different from that of their parents? Zipcar’s annual Millennial survey shows that while the American Dream is changing, it might not be shifting in the ways you think. Gen Y (another name for this age range) shows an increased attachment to technology and are willing to say “goodbye car payments” and “hello greener planet” by seeking alternative transportation. But surprisingly, all generations share similar opinions when it comes to the “American Dream.” There is a future we can agree on after all. Check out the infographic below to learn more: